He showed up at my MBA school unannounced. When he said, "I'm outside - let's go to dinner", I thought he was joking. But there he was... a surprise visit that turned into hours of conversation and laughter. Simple, unexpected, unforgettable. That's how it all began.

We were in it together—he was nervous but game, and I was excited to share the moment with him. Even when the helicopter got swapped last minute in Branson, MO, we didn’t flinch. We looked at each other, smiled, and said, “Let’s go.” What followed was a mix of pure adrenaline, laughter, and awe from above. A little fear, a lot of trust—and a memory we’ll never forget.

We had no idea that one trip — planned with excitement and curiosity — would mark the beginning of forever. It was our first time leaving the country together, and what began as a birthday getaway quickly turned into something far more meaningful. Between the celebration, the adventure, and soaking in new experiences together, we stepped into a life-changing moment — our engagement. One journey, two major milestones, and memories that will last a lifetime. Our first International trip, our forever beginning.